Minutes for City Council (AMENDED) Regular
Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 2026
6:00 PM
Council Chamber
1700 7TH Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. Call to Order
The City Council called the meeting to order at 6:11 p.m.
B. Opening Ceremonies
1. Invocation
The invocation was offered by Gary Molander from New Covenant Church.
2. Flag Salute
The flag salute was led by Mayor Frank Gonzalez.
3. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Frank Gonzalez, Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Martinez, Council Member Esmeralda Hurtado, Council Member Michael Montelongo, Council Member Dolores Melendez
Absent: None
C. Agenda Approval, Additions and/or Deletions
The Council, by motion of Council Member Melendez, approved the agenda as posted.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
D. Presentations
This item was pulled.
1. Honoring the Retirement of Todd Wilson
E. Public Forum
Four members of the public spoke.
F. Consent Calendar
The Council, by motion of Council Member Montelongo, approved all Consent Calendar items with the exception of items F-3, F-4, F-5, F-6, and F-8. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
1. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting and Special Council Meeting held on July 16, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve.
2. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Joint Powers Agreement with the County of Fresno for Participation in the Urban County Program (CDBG, HOME, and ESG Entitlement Funding for Federal Grant Years 2027, 2028, and 2029).
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution 2026-66, authorizing the City Manager to execute a Joint Powers Agreement with the County of Fresno for participation in the Urban County Program for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Entitlement Programs for Federal Grant Years 2027–2029.
7. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Sections 2- 156 through 2-160 of Division 4 (Planning Commission) of Article IV, Chapter 2 of the City Code.
Recommendation: That the council conduct the second reading, by title only, and adopt an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger repealing and replacing Sections 2-156 through 2-160 of Division 4 (Planning Commission) of Article IV, Chapter 2 of the City Code. (Ordinance 2026-04)
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3. Purchase of RC Mowers R-52
Recommendations: That council approve the purchase of one (1) RC Mowers R-52 remote-operated slope mower; and authorize the City Manager to sign the purchase documents on behalf of the City.
The Council, by motion of Council Member Montelongo, approved Consent Item F-3.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
None
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4. Purchase of Two Work Vehicles for Public Works Department Recommendation: That City Council authorizes the City Purchasing Agent to purchase two (2) new work trucks for the Public Works Department not to exceed $130,000 for the total purchase.
The Council, by motion of Council Member Melendez, approved Consent Item F-4.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
None
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5. Purchase of Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones)
Recommendation: That the City Council review and approve the use of Measure S and successor Measure R funds for the proposed technology initiative, as approved by the Citizens Oversight Committee on July 7, 2026, and authorize a sole source purchase with Pacific General, Inc. for the acquisition of unmanned aircraft systems (drones). (Resolution 2026-67)
The Council, by motion of Council Member Melendez, approved Consent Item F-5.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
None
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6. Contract Award - 2026 Street Sealing Project
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Award the contract for the project for the Base Bid only to Pavement Coatings Co., 2150 Bell Avenue, Suite 125, Sacramento, CA 95838, in the amount of $589,465.35, as lowest responsive and responsible bidder; and
2. Approve a construction contingency for change orders in the amount of $59,000 (10%) for this project; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to sign contract documents on behalf of the City.
The Council, by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, approved Consent Item F-6. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
One member of the public spoke.
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8. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2026-05, Adding Article VII to Chapter 58 of the Sanger Municipal Code Regarding Mobile Food Vendors, Open Air, and Sidewalk Vending Operations.
Recommendation: That the council conduct the second reading, by title only, and adopt Ordinance 2026-05, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Sanger adding Article VII to Chapter 58 of the Sanger Municipal Code to formally legalize, regulate, and promote the operation of mobile food vendors, alongside other openair and sidewalk vending activities.
The Council, by motion of Council Member Montelongo, approved Consent Item F-8.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
Three members of the public spoke.
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1. Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Audit Financial Report and Single Audit.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Annual Audit Financial Reports and Single Audit for Fiscal Year 2024 as prepared by CPA firm, Ryan P. Jolley, Certified Public Accountants.
The Council, by motion of Council Member Montelongo, accepted Item G-1. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
None
H. Public Hearing
1. Resolution Levying Annual Assessments for Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing regarding the annual assessment of the Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1;
2. Approve the attached Resolution, Confirming Diagram and Assessment for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2026-27;
3. Direct the City Clerk to record this resolution with the Fresno County Office of the Auditor-Controller. (Resolution 2026-69)
The Council, by motion of Council Member Hurtado, approved Item H-1 and Item H2. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ Noes: NONE
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
Public Comment:
One member of the public spoke.
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2. Resolution Levying Annual Assessments for Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing regarding the annual assessment of the Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2;
2. Approve the attached Resolution, Confirming Diagram and Assessment for the Annual Levy of Assessments for Sanger Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2 for FY 2026-27;
3. Direct the City Clerk to record this resolution with the Fresno County Office of the Auditor-Controller. (Resolution 2026-70)
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3. Adoption of a Resolution Calling and Giving Notice of a General Municipal Election to be Held on November 3, 2026, for the Submission to the Qualified Voters of a Proposed Ordinance Amending Article V of Chapter 66 of the Sanger Municipal Code to Increase the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) from 4% to 12%, and Requesting Consolidation with the Statewide General Election Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-72, calling and giving notice of a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, for submitting a ballot measure to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rate to 12%, requesting consolidation with the statewide general election, and directing related election actions.
Opened at 7:38 p.m. and closed at 7:44 p.m.
Public Comment:
Two members of the public spoke.
The Council, by motion of Council Member Montelongo, approved Item H-3. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
Noes: HURTADO
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
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4. Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending and Restating Article V of Chapter 66 of the Sanger Municipal Code to Increase the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Rate from 4% to 12%, Expressly Apply the Tax to Short-Term Rentals, and Implement Facilitator Reporting and Collection Requirements.
Recommendation: That the City Council introduce and give a first reading, by title only, and waive further reading thereof, to Ordinance No. 2026-06 amending and restating Article V of Chapter 66 of the Sanger Municipal Code to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax rate from 4% to 12%, subject to voter approval at the November 3, 2026 election.
Opened at 7:49 p.m. and closed at 7:51 p.m.
Public Comment:
One member of the public spoke.
The Council, by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, approved Item H-4. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and passed by the following vote:
Ayes: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
Noes: HURTADO
Abstain: NONE
Absent: NONE
I. City Manager/Staff Communication
Updates were provided by City Manager Nathan Olson.
J. Reports and Matters Initiated by City Council Members Updates were provided by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, Council Member Hurtado, Council Member Montelongo, Council Member Melendez, and Mayor Gonzalez.
K. Adjournment
There being no further business, the Council adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Lina Martinez, City Clerk